Baba Farid
Baba Farid was a wise man. He wrote beautiful poems. Many people love his words. People visit his special home. They bring flowers there. Do you like poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePhilosophy & Religion articles — Page 19
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Badshahi Mosque
This is a big mosque. It is in a city called Lahore. It is made of red stone. It has white marble too. Many people go there to pray. It is a very special place. Do you like big buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaha' al-Din Naqshband
A man named Baha al-Din lived long ago. He started a new way to pray. Many people follow his ideas today. His way helps people feel close to God. He was a kind teacher. Do you like to learn about new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBahubali
Bahubali is a hero in Jainism. Many people make statues of him. He sat very still to pray. Plants even grew on his legs. He is very special to many. Do you like big statues?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBake-danuki
Some stories tell of a funny animal. It is called a bake-danuki. This animal can change its shape. It can look like a person. It can even look like a pot! People in Japan find these stories fun. Do you like stories…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBalarama
Balarama is a god. He is very strong. He is the brother of Krishna. Balarama helps people who farm. He uses a plough to work. He is a kind friend. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBardo
Some people believe in a bardo. It is a space between lives. It happens after death. Then a new life starts. It is a time for wonder. Do you think about life?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBardo Thodol
This is a very old book. It comes from Tibet. Many people use it to learn. It helps people think about what happens after life. It is a special guide. Do you like old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBaron Samedi
Baron Samedi is a spirit. He is from Haiti. Many people believe he helps the dead. He can also help people feel better. He is a very strong spirit. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBartholomew I of Constantinople
Bartholomew is a leader. He helps many people. He loves our world. He wants to keep the earth clean. This makes him a green leader. Do you like nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBartholomew the Apostle
Bartholomew was a man of faith. He traveled to many far lands. He went to places like India. He also went to Armenia. People remember him for his work. He was a very brave man. Do you like to learn about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBasilisk
The basilisk is a made-up snake. It is called a little king. People say its eyes are very bad. Looking at it can cause harm. A small weasel can stop it. Can you find a picture of one?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBastet
Bastet was a goddess in Egypt. She was often seen as a cat. Long ago, she was a lioness. She helped to keep people safe. Many people loved cats. Do you like cats?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBattle of the Somme
A big war happened in France. It was a very hard fight. Many people fought in it. It was a sad time. People remember it today. Do you know about wars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBefana
The Befana is an old woman. She lives in Italy. She flies on a broom. She brings gifts to kids. She brings sweets or toys. She also brings coal. Do you like sweets?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBehemoth
Behemoth is a big beast. It comes from a holy book. Some say it is a giant land monster. Many people think it is a hippo. It is very strong. Do you like big animals?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeing and Nothingness
A man named Sartre wrote a big book. It is about how we live. He says we are free to choose. We can be who we want to be. This idea helps us think. Do you like to choose your own way?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeing and Time
A man wrote a big book. It was about what it means to be you. He thought about how we live in the world. The book asks big questions. It helps us think about life. Do you wonder about big things too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBenedetto Croce
Benedetto Croce was a man from Italy. He was a thinker. He wrote many books. He also helped lead his country. He worked hard for what was fair. He liked to learn new things. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard Bosanquet (philosopher)
Bernard Bosanquet was a man who thought deep thoughts. He lived in England a long time ago. He wrote many books about how people live. He wondered how people and groups work together. His ideas helped many people…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard-Henri Lévy
Bernard-Henri Lévy is a thinker. He writes many books. He also makes movies. He travels to many places. He talks about big ideas. He wants to help people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernardino de Sahagún
Bernardino was a man who loved to learn. He went to a new land long ago. He learned how people lived there. He wrote down many stories. His books help us learn today. It is a big job to write history. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard Lonergan
Bernard Lonergan was a big thinker. He lived in Canada. He wrote many books. He taught at many schools. He helped people learn how to think. It is fun to learn new things. Do you like to learn?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBernard Williams
Bernard Williams was a thinker. He studied how to be good. He taught at big schools. He liked to learn about history. He helped many people in his work. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBetrayal
Betrayal is when trust is broken. It can hurt our feelings. It happens when someone is not honest. This can make people feel very sad or angry. It is a hard thing to go through. Have you ever felt let down?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBeyond Good and Evil
A man wrote a big book. It has many deep ideas. He asks about what is good. He asks about what is bad. It makes us think a lot. Do you like to ask questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhagavata Purana
This is a very old book. It is from India. Many people read it to learn about a god. It tells many stories. The stories help people love God. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhajan
Bhajans are special songs. People sing them to show love. They use drums and bells. Some sing in groups. They sing in homes or temples. It helps people feel close. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhakti yoga
Bhakti yoga is a way to show love. It is a path in Hinduism. People show love to a god. This can be a god or a goddess. It is a way to feel close to what they believe in. Do you like to show love?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhartṛhari
Bhartrhari was a wise man from India. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books about words. He thought words could show us the truth. His poems are still read today. Do you like to read poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhikkhu
A bhikkhu is a Buddhist monk. They live a very simple life. They follow special rules to help them. Many wear colorful robes. These robes can be red or yellow. It is a peaceful way to live. Do you like bright colors?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBhikkhunī
Some women in Buddhism are nuns. They follow special rules. These rules help them live well. Many women want to be nuns. It is a way to find peace. Do you know about nuns?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBible Belt
The Bible Belt is a place in the USA. Many people there go to church. They follow many old ways. Faith is very big to them. It helps them live. Do you know a place like this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiblical and Talmudic units of measurement
Long ago, people used their bodies to measure things. They used a finger or an arm. Some used a hand too. This helped them know how big things were. It was a special way to work. Do you know how long your arm is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiblical apocrypha
Some books are called the Apocrypha. They are very old books. Many people read them to learn. Some groups put them in the Bible. Other groups do not. They are still good to read. Do you like old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiblical canon
Some groups have a special list of books. These books are part of their Bible. Different groups pick different books. They may put them in a new order. This helps them in their worship. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiblical hermeneutics
People study the Bible in many ways. They look for what it means. Some look at the words. Others look at the history. It helps them learn. It is a big job. Do you like to read?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiblical Magi
Wise men came to see a baby. They saw a bright star. It led them on a long trip. They brought gifts like gold. Many people call them kings. Do you like stories about stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBikram Choudhury
Bikram taught a type of yoga. It is done in a hot room. He made a set of moves. Many people did these moves. Some people say he was not kind. Do you like to do yoga?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBilal ibn Rabah
Bilal was a man from long ago. He was a friend of Muhammad. Bilal had a very beautiful voice. He was the first to call people to prayer. This job was very special to him. Do you like to sing or speak loudly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBiocentrism (ethics)
Some people believe all life is equal. This means plants and animals matter too. We are all part of one big group. We should be kind to all living things. It helps our whole world stay well. Do you like nature? How…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBioethics
Some people think about what is good. They ask if things are fair. They look at how we treat life. This helps doctors and scientists. It helps us make good choices. Do you wonder about what is right?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBishwa Ijtema
Many Muslims meet for a big event. It is in a place called Tongi. People come from many lands. They pray and listen to teachers. They also pray for peace. It is a very big meeting. Have you ever been in a huge crowd?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleB. K. S. Iyengar
B. K. S. Iyengar was a yoga teacher. He lived in India. He taught people how to move their bodies. This helped them stay strong. He wrote many books about yoga. He helped people all over the world. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlack church
Black churches are places where people pray. They help people feel safe. They are also places to meet friends. Many people go there to learn. These churches help the community stay strong. Do you like to go to church?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlack Hebrew Israelites
Some people have a special belief. They believe they come from long ago. They follow ideas from holy books. Many groups do this in different ways. It is a way to find who they are. Do you know about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlack magic
Some people talk about black magic. It is magic used to do bad things. It is the opposite of good magic. People have many different ideas about it. It is a very old idea. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleBlack Stone
There is a special dark rock. It is in a big building. Many people visit it. They walk in a circle. They may try to kiss it. It is a very old thing. Do you like old things?
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